Visitng Disney World with a Toddler

This article highlights the best rides, shows, and restaurants to experience when doing Disney World with a one to threww year old child. This doesn't mean they won't enjoy others, but these are some must-do lists for those ages. There is something purely innocent and magical about Disney for a toddler. I always tell people that two is a great age for a first Disney trip. Yes, they may not remember it... but it's something a parent will never forget.

Magic Kingdom
Rides
Carousel - Yes, you can ride these elsewhere, but you won't get a castle view while going around!

It's a small world - the different moving characters and bright cheery colors are wonderful for this age group.

Mad Tea Party - You can decide how much of a thrill to make it as you can control the speed of the spinning.

The Many Adventures of Winnie The Pooh - the whole ride is great, from the interactive line to the bouncing honey pot vehicles. Will be the favorite memory of many toddlers.

Peter Pan's Flight - Set sail for Neverland, a magical journey on a pirate ship, what more could a toddler want?

Dumbo - You cannot visit Disney without a spin around on the famous elephant. There is also now a fun indoor (air conditioned) playground you can enter while waiting for your turn to ride. This really cuts down onthe amount of time you have to stand in the sun.

Jungle Cruise - While the jokes will be over their heads, they can be enjoyed by the parents. The kids love the scenery (many will beliecve that the animals are very real) and the boat ride itself.

Magic Carpets of Aladdin - Children have fun controlling the up and down and trying to dodge the spitting camels.

Walt Disney Railroad - Easy way to skip some walking, and there are a couple of neat setups that you only see from train.

Astro Orbiter - Great first "thrill" ride.

Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin - interactive ride where they can battle Zerg. Kids love shooting the laser guns, and Buzz is as popular as ever.

Ariel's Undersea Adventure - Great songs from the movie and an easygoing ride.

Shows and non-rides
Country Bear Jamboree - Some may be bored by it, but many toddlers love these singing bumbling bears.

Casey's Splash Station - Bring a change of clothes and a towel as your child will get WET.

Wishes - the nightly fireworks show is a must for at least one night of the trip.

Electrical Parade - This is a fantastic parade with many lighted floats. Very magical for toddlers.

These are just what I consider the best activities for this age group, but there are many other things that they can do. There are of course plenty of other places to eat, but these listed have particular appeal to toddlers. Outside of the parks, I would definitely recommend stopping at Chef Mickey's in the Contempory. It is a charcter meal with a very kid friendly buffet and a lot of interaction.